Grant: Planning and Dissemination Grant - Institute Community Support

Mitochondria have long been recognized as the powerhouses of the cell. These tiny organelles are responsible for providing 90% of the energy required by our body and as a consequence mitochondrial function is central to health. The science of energy production is called bioenergetics and is rapidly transforming medicine and drawing increasing attention to the mitochondria's importance in human health. Beyond energy production, mitochondria are now recognized to perform multiple essential functions beyond energy production, impacting most areas of cell biology and medicine across a number of medical disciplines including genetics, oncology, neurology, immunology, cardiology and psychiatry. Patients, families, healthcare providers and policymakers need a solid foundation of science and knowledge of mitochondrial function and dysfunction to develop strategies to prevent, protect and mitigate the impact of mitochondrial mutations on the health of the population. Timely research is informing improved disease outcomes and supporting responsible health system resource management.